Diamond Academy 17/18U built a nine-run lead in the second inning and then held off Putty Hill for a 10-8 victory on Sunday. 

 

Diamond Academy 17/18U got things moving in the first inning, when Justin Hefner grounded out, scoring one run. Diamond Academy continued building their lead by scoring six runs in the second inning.  Hayden Askew, Brady Brathuhn, and Jackson Gifford all drove in runs in the frame.

 

Ben Coleman earned the victory on the mound for Diamond Academy 17/18U. The pitcher allowed four hits and three runs over five innings, striking out nine.  Angel Stewart and Blain College entered the game out of the bullpen and helped to close out the game in relief.  College recorded the last out to earn the save for Diamond Academy 17/18U.

 

Diamond Academy 17/18U collected seven hits on the day, led by Hayden Askew and Brady Brathuhn, who each collected multiple hits.